What is the cheapest way to get from Lanaken to Calais?

The cheapest way to get from Lanaken to Calais is to bus and train which costs €35 - €75 and takes 7h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lanaken to Calais?

The fastest way to get from Lanaken to Calais is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct train between Lanaken and Calais?

No, there is no direct train from Lanaken to Calais. However, there are services departing from Genk and arriving at Calais Ville via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Gare Lille Europe and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

How far is it from Lanaken to Calais?

The distance between Lanaken and Calais is 332 km. The road distance is 304.1 km.

How do I travel from Lanaken to Calais without a car?

The best way to get from Lanaken to Calais without a car is to train which takes 6h 34m and costs €55 - €110.

How long does it take to get from Lanaken to Calais?

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Lanaken to Calais, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lanaken to Calais train from?

Lanaken to Calais train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Genk station.

Where does the Lanaken to Calais train arrive?

Lanaken to Calais train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Lanaken to Calais?

Yes, the driving distance between Lanaken to Calais is 304 km. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Lanaken to Calais.

Where can I stay near Calais?

There are 1300+ hotels available in Calais.

Lanaken to Calais - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Lanaken to Calais by train (TGV), bus, train, car, or train (Eurostar, TGV)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Genk to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
6h 34m
€59–110
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Maastricht to Lillebus 328 / ...
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
7h 28m
€39–75
Drive 304.1 km
1. Drive from Lanaken to Calaiscar 304.1 km
3h 3m
€48–69
Train via Liège
1. Take the train from Liege-Guillemins to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Lille Europetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
6h 52m
€62–156
Train via Ghent
1. Take the train from Genk to Gand-Saint-Pierretrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Lille Flandrestrain Ic
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Calais Villetrain Ter
7h 32m
€59–116
Bus, train via Charleroi Airport (CRL)
1. Take the bus from Maastricht Meerssenerweg 231 to Charleroi Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Charleroi Airport to Lille Boulevard de Turinbus
3. Take the train from Lille Europe to Calais Frethuntrain Ter
8h 24m
€68–135

Lanaken to Calais by bus, train, and tram

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6h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 331.9 km
Duration: 6h 34m

What companies run services between Lanaken, Belgium and Calais, France?

You can take a bus from Lanaken Kapel to Calais Ville via Genk Station perron 4, Genk, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Lille Europe, Gare Lille Europe, Gare Lille Flandres, and Lille Flandres in around 6h 34m.

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